For a wedding with 250 guests in the Bloomington IN, the estimated total cost is around $49,774 - $60,834. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Bloomington IN is approximately $221. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,774 - $60,834.
The average wedding cost in Bloomington IN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,774 - $60,834 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Bloomington IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $194 - $237. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $205 - $251.
In Bloomington IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,160 - $1,418. This represents about 2.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,645 - $2,011 |
3.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$194 - $237 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$205 - $251 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,160 - $1,418 |
2.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Bloomington IN is $955 - $1,167. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Bloomington IN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$955 - $1,167 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$955 - $1,167 |
1.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bloomington IN is $193 - $235. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$193 - $235 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$65 - $79 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $61 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,196 - $1,462, which is 2.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bloomington IN area is $833 - $1,018.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,196 - $1,462 |
2.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$833 - $1,018 |
1.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$364 - $444 |
0.7% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Bloomington IN, you should budget approximately $26,612 - $32,526, which is about 53.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,612 - $32,526 |
53.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,314 - $6,494 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,341 - $12,639 |
20.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,205 - $8,807 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,752 - $4,586 |
7.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,774 - $4,612. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,774 - $4,612 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$370 - $452 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$164 - $200 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$518 - $633 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,279 - $1,563 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$807 - $987 |
1.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,469 - $1,795.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,469 - $1,795 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$859 - $1,049 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$405 - $495 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,652 - $2,019. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,652 - $2,019 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$228 - $278 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$374 - $458 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$203 - $249 |
0.4% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$221 - $271 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$202 - $246 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$163 - $199 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $685 - $837, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $407 - $497, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,288 - $5,240 |
8.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,011 - $3,681 |
6.1% |
|
Necklace
|
$185 - $226 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$685 - $837 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$407 - $497 |
0.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Bloomington IN area is $221 - $270. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$221 - $270 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$221 - $270 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $624 - $762.
| Other Events Cost |
$624 - $762 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$624 - $762 |
1.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$354 - $432 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Bloomington IN spend between $3,625 - $4,431 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bloomington IN with 250 guests spend between $2,115 - $2,585 on wedding photography, which is about 4.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,625 - $4,431 |
7.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$249 - $305 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$320 - $391 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$362 - $442 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$580 - $708 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,115 - $2,585 |
4.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Bloomington IN is estimated to be $2,725 - $3,331. This service accounts for 5.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,725 - $3,331 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,725 - $3,331 |
5.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $443 - $541.
| Transportation Cost |
$443 - $541 |
0.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$443 - $541 |
0.9% |